Held in the same family for more than six decades, this exceptional 257 ± acre offering embodies the natural beauty, history, and serenity of Sonoma County's renowned Wine Country. Located just outside Calistoga along Highway 128, Murray Hill Ranch blends panoramic ridgelines, redwood groves, and open meadows with a spring-fed pond and vineyard site—creating an inspiring canvas for future possibilities. Originally purchased in 1963, the land has long been cared for as a private retreat and natural sanctuary. A 2½-acre pond, fed by a tributary of Franz Creek and secured by an established water right, anchors the valley floor. The site of the family's original handcrafted redwood home overlooks this peaceful setting, framed by oak, madrone, and towering redwoods that have endured and regenerated through the decades. Wildlife is abundant—deer, wild turkeys, and waterfowl frequent the pond—while sweeping views of Mt. St. Helena rise dramatically beyond the hills. Today, the ranch remains largely untouched, with renewed forest growth, a small Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard, and multiple potential building sites. The land is divided into several zoning designations that allow for residential and agricultural development, offering flexibility for an estate compound, vineyard expansion, or a conservation-minded legacy holding. Murray Hill Ranch captures the enduring spirit of Northern California—rugged yet refined, rooted in stewardship and natural beauty. Whether envisioned as a private sanctuary, working vineyard, or conservation investment, this rare Calistoga acreage offers both history and promise in equal measure.
